How to Choose a Clinical Negligence Solicitor

Clinical negligence is a sensitive and complicated area of law in England and Wales. It is therefore important that, if you are considering making a compensation claim following a suspected case of medical negligence, you contact a solicitor with the appropriate expertise and experience to ensure you receive the maximum amount of financial compensation for your illness or injuries.

There are a number of methods you can use to differentiate between those solicitors who merely claim to be skilled in medical negligence claims, and those with a proven track record of making successful claims for compensation on behalf of their clients:

* Look for solicitors who are members of The Law Society's panel of clinical negligence and personal injury solicitors.

* Confident firms tend to offer clients free initial consultations, offering them a chance to arrange a no obligation chat with an experienced lawyer about the potential of their claim. 

* Look for firms with a proven history of case wins. Often, law firms with expertise in clinical negligence will provide details of previous cases such as the type of illness or injury and the amount of compensation awarded by the court. 

* As you browse a solicitor's website, keep an eye out for Legal 500 recommendations. The Legal 500 is an independent body which provides information and judgements on the capabilities of law firms worldwide.

* It's also important that you like your solicitor - the best law firms have a friendly and approachable attitude, and a willingness to help. 

This is critically important in medical negligence cases; the best law firms will be able to put you in touch with a network of support and rehabilitation staff, dedicated to helping you deal with your illness or injury.